USC’s student senate approved six pieces of legislation Wednesday, including a proposal for a semesterly multicultural summit, while also discussing a bill that will be decided by students in an upcoming vote.
Student senate passed four pieces of legislation during the latest meeting including one to increase lighting on the Horseshoe and another to add a U101 class specifically for first-year commuter students.
In the 2025 State of the Student Body Address on February 5, Student Body President Patton Byars reflected on the achievements and challenges of his administration, offering a vision for the future. Alongside his address, the Student Senate passed seven new legislative measures aimed at improving student life.
In a recent session, the student senate proposed a modification to the Student Government budget, aiming to incorporate donations made to the Uber Discount Program. The bill also allocates funding to a variety of student organizations
USC's student senate pushes for improvements in campus facilities, focusing on better gym cleaning standards and increased parking garage security.
The University of South Carolina will debut a late-night shuttle program during the spring semester of 2024. The shuttles will travel between Capstone, the Horseshoe, Blatt and 650 Lincoln.
Student Government, USCPD and other USC departments came together to walk around campus to highlight safety concerns. Poor lighting and hazardous sidewalks were two of the issues brought forward during the walk in October.
At its weekly meeting on Wednesday, USC's student senate introduced the new student body treasurer and passed six pieces of legislation.
At its weekly meeting on Wednesday, USC's student senate successfully passed six pieces of legislation and confirmed two new senators.
During its weekly Wednesday meeting, USC’s student senate passed multiple pieces of legislation, swore in new senators and announced the student body treasurer’s resignation.